Deota - Khetri, Jhunjhunu
Deota is a village situated in the Khetri tehsil of Jhunjhunu district, Rajasthan. It is located approximately 20 km from Khetri and around 58 km from Jhunjhunun. Devta serves as the Gram Panchayat for Deota village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Deota is 071467. The village covers a total geographical area of 1230 hectares and falls under the 333504 pincode. Khetri is the nearest town, located about 20 km away.
Deota village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Deota
As per Census 2011, Deota village has a total population of 3,969 people, consisting of 2,112 males and 1,857 females. The village has 729 households and a sex ratio of 879 females per 1,000 males. There are 571 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 2,211 literate and 1,758 illiterate residents. Additionally, 982 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 3 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Deota are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 3,969 | 2,112 | 1,857 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 571 | 320 | 251 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 982 | 531 | 451 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 3 | 2 | 1 |
| Literate Population | 2,211 | 1,409 | 802 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,758 | 703 | 1,055 |
Nearby Villages of Deota
Deota is surrounded by several neighbouring villages in various directions. The table below lists these nearby villages along with their approximate aerial (straight-line) distances and directions from the village:
| Nearby Village | Direction | Approx. Distance (Aerial) |
|---|---|---|
| Tateeja | East | 2.70 km |
| Gordhanpura | North-East | 3.56 km |
| Jasrapur | South | 3.91 km |
| Ghardana Khurd | North | 4.17 km |
| Kharkhara | South-East | 4.78 km |
| Theecholi | North-West | 5.19 km |
| Kuthaniya | North-East | 5.32 km |
| Aryanagar | North-West | 5.54 km |
| Basant Bihar | South-East | 5.86 km |
| Amarpura Khurd | North-East | 5.90 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Deota
Deota is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Chirawa, while the nearest airport is Bhiwani Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 80.9 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Khetri to Deota is about 20 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Jhunjhunun to Deota is about 58 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.7 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Deota
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Deota village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within >10 km |
Health Facilities in Deota
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Deota village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Deota
Where is Deota located?
Deota village is located in Khetri Tehsil, Jhunjhunu district, Rajasthan, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Deota?
The Gram Panchayat of Deota is Devta.
What is the pincode of Deota?
The pincode of Deota is 333504.
What is the population of Deota?
Deota has a total population of 3,969, including 2,112 males and 1,857 females.
How many households are there in Deota?
There are 729 households in Deota.
What is the literacy rate in Deota?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Deota is 55.71%. Male literacy is 66.71% and female literacy is 43.19%.